As redes sociais no cuidado aos usuários de drogas: Revisão sistemática

Abstract

Due to configurations in society, it is important to think of the care of users of alcohol and other drugs from a comprehensive perspective. In this way, current policies point to the importance of social networks (SNs) in the care process. Thus, this study aims to understand the use of SNs in the treatment of users of alcohol and other drugs wi thin the Brazilian context. It is a systematic review conducted on the MEDLINE, LILCAS, IBECS and Scielo databases. Nine articles met the inclusion criteria, composing the review sample. Results show: heterogeneous conceptualizations about SNs; the importance of assistance services and families; and need for integration of different levels of care and the community context. Further studies about SNs and their implementation in the care of drug users need to be conducted, comprehending health promotion, prevention and treatment, with a greater conceptual and practical systematization of this strategy.